Thursday, February 3, 2011

Great Expectations

Yesterday was my day to work out in the morning, but my five month old didn't cooperate. So I didn't get to work out til around 11:00 when she went down for a nap. She was sleeping in my room where my bike is, so I decided to do my turbo jam dvd downstairs.

I invited my 3 year old to come "dance" with me. I envisioned her by my side. I would be setting an example of a healthy lifestyle. I could show her how much fun exercise could be. I would be the perfect mommy. This was going to be awesome!!

So we started out, side by side. We both followed the crazy lady on the screen, bouncing, stretching, and jamming. I smiled at my little mini-me. She smiled back up at me. And then she was done. Three minutes. That's all she lasted. I spent the rest of my 45 minute workout making sure I didn't step on, kick or knock her over.

About half way through, the baby woke up! AGH! I was so frustrated I just wanted to cry. Luckily she cooed and played happily, as I listened to her on the monitor and I bounced around the room. Bless her. So there you go. If I can get my exercise in, anybody can. :)

Hi - Thanks for coming by! I can SOOOOO relate to this. My daughter LOVES to work out with me...but she doesn't last very long. But it's so cute to see her try - even if it's only for 3 minutes. And GREAT JOB getting your workout in with a 5 month old!!!!

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About Me

I've been at least a few pounds over-weight almost my whole life. For the past 18 years I have been in flux between very overweight and obese. (Almost my whole married life.) In 2009 I lost 70 pounds, and then gained it back with a pregnancy. But it is time to take my life back. One pound at a time. This is my journey of losing 100 pounds.